The Royal Entomological Society (RES) is delighted to welcome BASF as a Gold Level Organisational Member. This partnership marks a significant step in strengthening the Society’s mission to advance insect science, education, and conservation through collaboration and shared expertise.
Gold membership offers organisational partners access to a wide suite of benefits, including discounted exhibition booths at RES events, participation and access to talks and conferences, access to premium job listings, discounted RES individual memberships for employees, and dedicated recognition in RES marketing, publications and on the RES website.
As Gold Level members, BASF join a leading community of organisations that support the study and appreciation of insects, a critical but often overlooked component of our planet’s biodiversity.
“We are delighted to welcome BASF as a Gold Level Organisational member of the Society. Their commitment reflects the growing recognition of how essential insects are to ecosystems, agriculture, and science.
With their support, we will be able to extend our reach – offering more training, collaborating on more research, and inspiring a new generation of entomologists.”
– Simon Ward, CEO of the Royal Entomological Society
About BASF
BASF is one of the world’s leading chemical companies, applying science and innovation to create sustainable solutions for agriculture, materials, and the environment. Its Agricultural Solutions division focuses on supporting food security, biodiversity, and ecosystem health through responsible crop protection and integrated pest management.
BASF’s commitment to sustainability aligns closely with the Royal Entomological Society’s mission to advance the understanding and appreciation of insects in the natural world, with scientific research at the heart.
Why this partnership matters
Joining at the Gold tier signals a strong alignment with the Society’s mission: to mobilise rigorous science around insects, foster public understanding and translate entomological research into real‐world impact.
Insects account for up to 90% of all animal species and represent more than half of all living organisms. Yet they are under‐studied, under‐funded and often under‐appreciated. The RES relies on partnerships and collaborations to deliver education programmes, host global scientific meetings, publish research in leading scientific journals and support insect conservation and control efforts.
By joining the Gold tier, you will contribute directly to:
- expanding training and professional development opportunities for entomologists and early-career scientists
- supporting the Society’s publishing and outreach activities that inform policy and practice
- providing increased visibility for both organisations among a global network of insect scientists, educators and conservationists
Become an Organisational Member
The RES Organisational Membership scheme has three tiers (Bronze, Silver and Gold) with benefits tailored to support organisations committed to the future of insect science. Organisations interested in joining or upgrading can learn more and apply online.
For further enquiries about Gold membership or organisational partnerships, please contact:
Rebecca Brueton – membership@royensoc.co.uk
